What are the requirements for fitness center design elements in Crowne Plaza brand group hotels?
Crowne_Plaza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Under the Crowne Plaza Fitness Center program, all Crowne Plaza brand group hotels must install the fitness center design elements outlined in the section of the Standards regarding fitness centers. Additionally, approved equipment vendors have been identified and all equipment purchases must go through one of the three approved vendors outlined in the section of the Standards regarding fitness centers. Lastly, minimum fitness center square footage requirements which must be adhered to are also outlined in the section of the Standards regarding fitness centers. All plans must be submitted to the IHG PIP and Plan Review team at amerplanreview@ihg.com for review and approval prior to ordering any equipment or design elements.
Source: Item 8 — Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services (FDD pages 59–68)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Crowne Plaza Franchise Disclosure Document, all Crowne Plaza brand group hotels must adhere to specific requirements for their fitness centers. These requirements encompass the installation of fitness center design elements as outlined in the brand's Standards.
In addition to design elements, Crowne Plaza mandates the use of approved equipment vendors. Franchisees are required to purchase all fitness equipment through one of the three vendors approved by Crowne Plaza, as detailed in the Standards. This ensures consistency and quality across all Crowne Plaza fitness centers.
Furthermore, the FDD states that there are minimum square footage requirements for fitness centers, which must be strictly followed. Before any equipment is ordered or design elements are implemented, franchisees must submit their plans to the IHG PIP and Plan Review team at amerplanreview@ihg.com for review and approval. This process ensures that all fitness center designs meet the brand's standards and requirements.